Zimtsterne Christmas Star Cookies
Brighten your holiday season with Zimtsterne Christmas Star Cookies, an iconic German treat that embodies the festive spirit! These gluten-free cookies feature a heavenly combination of ground almonds, aromatic cinnamon, and a touch of vanilla, all bound together by a glossy, snow-white meringue glaze. Perfectly chewy with a crisp outer layer, they’re as delicious as they are beautiful. These star-shaped cookies are quick to prepare, requiring just 30 minutes of hands-on time, and their elegant design makes them a stunning addition to your holiday cookie platter. Whether you're baking for a Christmas party or gifting sweets to loved ones, these traditional Zimtsterne cookies are guaranteed to impress. Enjoy the warm flavors of cinnamon and almond with a hint of lemon for a zesty twist!
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Ingredients
- 3 large Egg whites
- 250 grams Powdered sugar
- 300 grams Ground almonds
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a clean mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to whisk until you achieve a stiff and glossy meringue. Set aside 4 tablespoons of the meringue mixture for later use as a glaze.
Step 3
Gently fold the ground almonds, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract into the remaining meringue until well combined. The dough should be sticky but manageable.
Step 4
Sprinkle a work surface lightly with powdered sugar and roll out the dough to about 1 cm (0.4 inches) thickness. Use a star-shaped cookie cutter to cut out as many cookies as possible, re-rolling the dough scraps as needed.
Step 5
Place the star cookies onto the prepared baking sheets. Using a small spoon or pastry brush, carefully spread a thin layer of the reserved meringue glaze onto the surface of each cookie.
Step 6
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the meringue glaze is set but still white. Be careful not to let them brown.
Step 7
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheets before transferring them to an airtight container. The cookies can be stored for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 663.4 grams (663.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2775 |
| Total Fat 148.30g | 190% |
| Saturated Fat 11.10g | 55% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 173mg | 8% |
| Total Carbohydrate 321.70g | 117% |
| Dietary Fiber 40.30g | 144% |
| Total Sugars 259.20g | |
| Protein 74.40g | 149% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 854mg | 66% |
| Iron 12mg | 66% |
| Potassium 2318mg | 49% |
Source of Calories